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Radio Festival returns to The British Library for 2016

The Radio Academy has announced today that Radio Festival 2016 will be held in September at The British Library.
Last year’s Festival received fantastic plaudits after an inspirational line-up that included Chris Evans, Christian O&rsquo...

The Great British Radio Reunion

The Great British Radio Reunion is a special one-off event in London’s West End to celebrate the stars and personalities of British radio throughout the years.
Reuniting some of the best-loved names in broadcasting from your favourite st...

Back in the game

Many have predicted the demise of Radio over the years, similarly there have been those who have foretold the downfall of The Radio Academy...
To be fair to those ‘half emptiers’, the Academy has been through the mill over the last...

Introduction to Radio Journalism

A training programme for people wanting to learn and develop skills in radio journalism is being launched by The Radio Academy and the Press Association.
The two organisations have joined forces to ensure that people with curious minds whateve...

New Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced

The Arqiva Hall of Fame 2015, organised by The Radio Academy has announced its final inductees that will be honoured at this year’s ceremony.
The Arqiva Hall of Fame 2015, organised by The Radio Academy has announced its final inductees ...

Chuff me, that were great

...the words of the inimitable Nicky Pattinson at Radio Festival 2015
Who could fail to be inspired from the awesome talent on show at #radfest2015 from Brian Eno delivering the John Peel Lecture on Sunday evening to Chris Evans, Christian O&r...

BBC Music John Peel Lecture

Radio Festival 2015 in association with PRS for Music and PPL kicked off in style with Brian Eno delivering the BBC Music John Peel Lecture and #peellecture trending across the UK last night
Here’s a few clips of what the media had to say to...

PRS For Music & PPL confirmed as headline sponsors

The Radio Academy has announced that PRS for Music and PPL are the headline sponsors for Radio Festival Showcase, in a unique first for the event.
Radio Festival Showcase takes place on Tues 29 September at the British Library in London. Tickets avai...

Radio Festival Showcase

Earlier this year, I lost a dear colleague and friend and the industry a rare talent when Richard Wheatly Chairman of Jazz FM died.
A note from Jonathan Arendt - CEO Jazz FM
To many Richard Wheatly was the personification of the music he championed...

Radio Festival Showcase reveals full schedule

Radio Festival 2015, the UK radio and audio industry’s premiere forum for discussion and debate, has today revealed its full schedule for the Radio Festival Showcase on Tuesday 29 September
The line up includes an exclusive first ever ‘I...

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